Nonprofit · EIN 27-1436307
CLIMATEWORK MAINE
Tax-exempt · PORTLAND, ME 04112
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990 | $256,081 | $271,067 | -$14,986 | $60,928 | $20,718 | $40,210 |
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $268,900 | $206,647 | $62,253 | $67,079 | $11,883 | $55,196 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $151,830 | $180,868 | -$29,038 | $4,508 | $11,565 | -$7,057 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $196,227
- Membership dues
- $97,617
- Program service revenue
- $59,771
- Investment income
- $83
- Other revenue
- $0
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $126,004
- Other salaries and wages
- $41,333
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $179,277
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Legal fees
- $1,264
- Accounting fees
- $5,886
- Travel
- $1,620
- Program services (functional)
- $174,185
- Management and general (functional)
- $77,791
- Fundraising (functional)
- $19,091
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $67,079
- Total assets, end of year
- $60,928
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $20,718
- Net assets, end of year
- $40,210
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $40,210
- Gross receipts
- $256,081
- Employees
- 2
- Volunteers
- 30
- Year formed
- 2011
- State of legal domicile
- ME
From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.
Officers, directors and key employees
As listed on the 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeff Marks | Executive Director Trustee or director, Officer | 40 | $112,667 | $13,379 |
| Alan Caron | Founder Trustee or director, Officer | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Lydia Covert | Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Laney Brown | Vice Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Kevin Gildart | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Arthur Woolverton | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Mike Arsnow | Chair, Membership Engageme Trustee or director, Officer | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Alex Pine | Chair, Development and Programs Trustee or director, Officer | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Kathie Summers-Grice | Chair, Development Consultant Trustee or director, Officer | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Henry Clauson | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Tim Doak | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Kristina Egan | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Eric Fitz | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Les Fossel | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| John Gardner | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
16 more people on this return
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shawn Hunter | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 |
| Sandra Klausmeyer | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 |
| Stephen Kosacz | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 |
| Chris Lyon | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 |
| Zoe Malia | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 |
| Bob Martin | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 |
| Doug McKeown | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 |
| Jeremy Pare | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 |
| Donald Parent | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 |
| Sam Peace | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 |
| Tom Ruff | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 |
| Andrew Shepard | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 |
| Nova Tower | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 |
| Jared Wildwistle | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 |
| Emily Wood | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 |
| Barry Woods | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2024: 31 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Henry Clauson | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $104,000 | $13,335 |
| Alan Caron | Founder, Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Lydia Covert | Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Laney Brown | Vice Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Kevin Gildart | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Arthur Woolverton | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Mike Arsnow | Chair, Membership Engagement Trustee or director, Officer | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Tim Doak | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Kristina Egan | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Eric Fitz | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Les Fossel | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| John Gardner | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Shawn Hunter | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Sandra Klausmeyer | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Stephen Kosacz | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Chris Lyon | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Zoe Malia | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Bob Martin | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Doug McKeown | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Jeremy Pare | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Donald Parent | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| George Parmenter | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Alex Pine | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Tom Ruff | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Sam Pease | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Andrew Shepard | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Kathie Summers-Grice | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Nova Tower | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Jared Wildwistle | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Emily Wood | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Barry Woods | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 12 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeff Marks | Executive Director Officer | 40 | $104,000 | $11,329 |
| Alan Caron | Founder Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Doug McKeown | Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Lydia Covert | Vice Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Kevin Gildart | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Megan Hellstedt | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Christine Baillargeon | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Kristina Egan | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Eric Fitz | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Catherine Lee | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Lisa Whited | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Barry Woods | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- PO BOX 15021, PORTLAND, ME 04112-5021
- In care of
- % JEFF MARKS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
- Mailing address (990-N for 2021)
- PO BOX 15021, PORTLAND ME 041125021
- Principal officer (990 for 2025)
- Jeff Marks, PO Box 15021, Portland, ME 041125021
- Principal officer (990-N for 2021)
- Alan Caron, 5 Weston Point Road, Freeport ME 04032
- Signed the 990
- Jeff Marks, Executive Director
- Phone
- (207) 956-1264
- Website
- climateworkmaine.org
- Return prepared by
- PGM LLC
Mission
ClimateWork Maine (CWM) is a private non-profit 501(c)(3) organization based in Maine that serves as a support network for businesses and business leaders that are taking action on climate change, to meet its challenges and to seize the opportunities it presents to build a more sustainable economy for the future. Its purpose is to provide services and networking to support and promote Maine companies with products, services, or projects related to climate solutions, and to support and assist companies that want to do more on climate change, clean energy, and related work. CWM's overall objective is to strengthen the image or brand of Maine as a place to bring and build businesses focused on climate impacts with a network of businesses who share similar ideas and a workforce and economy prepared to support the industry.
Program accomplishments
- In 2025, ClimateWork Maine was involved in the following activities and programs:Membership - Recruited and renewed 75 member companies and organizations.Climate Connection Business Webinar - Efficiency Maine's Commercial & Industrial Program Manager updated attendees on energy incentives still available and their 2026 outlook.COP30 - As countries convened at the 30th Conference of the Parties (COP 30) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, CWM was featured in a letter and media statements delivered to the Presidency of Brazil to affirm their commitment to support doubling the global rate of energy efficiency improvements by 2030.American Sustainable Business Network - CWM was a Partner at Annual Conference, a three-day virtual experience uniting business leaders, policy advocates, and changemakers to explore the role of business in strengthening democracy. We provided free registration for Maine attendees.Blue Economy Investment Summit - CWM exhibited at this GMRI/Roux event designed to explore where climate tech and the blue economy meet and how shifting market conditions are creating new challenges and opportunities for innovation and investment. Climate Connection Business Webinar - Our 2nd session in the Autumn series, titled Not Another Solar & Wind Webinar" explored other alternative energy resources, current & future, like biofuels, hydro, nuclear, renewable natural gas and wood pellets. GrowSmart Maine 2025 Summit - CWM sponsored and exhibited at this annual event focused on rural opportunities.Sustainability Council - ReVision Energy hosted "Commercial Solar Opportunities and Incentives under a Changing Regulatory Landscape" in October. CWM has a winning format that complements our successful Annual Summit & Fall Webinar Series.Economic Impact of Sustainability - Lucas Boucher, a UMaine student in Dr. Sharon Klein's ECO489 class, joined CWM to develop his Capstone project. Lucas focused on the economic power of climate action in Maine. Climate Connection Business Webinar - The 3rd Autumn series season kicked off with "Current State of Play State & Federal Incentives for Renewable Energy Projects". Climate Week NYC 2025 - CWM joined the Alliance to Save Energy, Business Council for Sustainable Energy, and 150 US businesses in support of doubling global energy efficiency. Our statement was included in both organizations' media statements.SBIR - CWM signed a letter to Congress supporting a one-year extension of the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs, which are set to expire on September 30. The Senate declined to approve.Beyond Efficiency - Circular Thinking as Your Next Competitive Edge - Through small group activities and a guided tour of a workplace designed around circular principles, attendees experienced firsthand how circular thinking can: unlock innovation and reduce waste; apply across industries from manufacturing to services; and inspire practical change and systems-level impact. Lisa Whited led the tour and event at Woodard & Curran's new Portland offices.Maine Climate Council - As a Member of the Buildings, Infrastructure, & Housing Working Group, Jeff attended and participated in meetings throughout the year.Dirigo Labs - CWM completed its 1-year Executive-in-Residence role with Central Maine Growth Council & Dirigo Labs. Jeff Marks and Bob Martin provided support for clean energy and cleantech startups in refining their concepts, scaling their operations, and accessing strategic resources crucial for market entry and growth. The program has served 26 startups and companies have raised $6 million in investment capital, grants, and seed funding.Narrative Food - Just launched a new program making it simple for Maine companies to create climate-conscious corporate gifts. Build-Your-Own For Good Box: Easy online builder featuring new impact-driven products like Coffee for Community, Chocolate for Change, and Caramels for the Climate from Maine makers including 44 North Coffee and Slack Tide Sea Salt; Starting at just $50 per box (20-box minimum). Includes carbon-neutral shipping, sustainable packaging, custom collateral with company messaging, and a $3 donation to ClimateWork Maine or another nonprofit of choice.Sustainability Fellowship Launch - Ella Longacre presented UNH's launch of the program with administrators, faculty, and students. Tom's of Maine helped to fund Ella's fellowship with CWM.Climate Action Awards - To East Brown Cow (Climate Performance), Evergreen Home Performance (Climate Catalyst), Sebago Technics (Climate Innovation), and The Roux Institute (Climate Collaborator).Events & Meetings - CWM attended meetings and events with many of its partners, including ClimateTech Incubator at The Roux Institute, E2Tech, Gulf of Maine Research Institute, Maine State Chamber of Commerce, Maine Technology Institute, New England Environmental Finance Center, Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce, StartUp Maine, and many more.Summit on Maine's Economy & Climate Change - 425 registrants, 30 Partners, 50 Exhibitors, 30 Sponsors, a visit by Governor Mills, a Keynote w/ inside DC baseball, a Sustainability Council meeting, our 3rd CEO Roundtable, & business, community, government, & NGO leaders tackling energy, economic, environmental, & community issues. A seed for Building a Climate Alliance.UNH Fellowship - CWM welcomed Ella Longacre, who is pursuing her BS in Business Administration: Information Systems and Business Analytics, with a dual major in Sustainability. Ella is a Paul Scholar and mentor, Dean's Ambassador, and President of Women in Business. Within the Sustainability Institute, she served as a consultant for both the B-Impact and Climate Action Clinic and is currently completing her second summer fellowship and first at CWM.Maine Sustainability & Water Conference - Jeff Marks participated in two sessions at this annual forum where professionals, researchers, consultants, citizens, students, regulators, and planners convene on issues related to climate change, energy, agriculture, forestry, fisheries, tourism, and municipal planning. The conference attracted close to 600 participants from across the state.Sustainability Council - On St. Patrick's Day, CWM held its 2nd meeting of businesses focusing on carbon emission reduction strategies. Hannaford President hosted the 60 attendees at Hannaford. Governance & AdministrationClimate Alliance - CWM convened a partner meeting to explore a potential new coalition focused on climate action and new ways for businesses, communities, nonprofits, and others to work together.1% For The Planet - CWM was nominated and approved to join the 1% for the Planet Environmental Partners network! 1% helps to direct hundreds of millions of dollars to environmental partners around the world.Climate Connection Business Webinar - Arthur Woolverton led a conversation with Dan Abbasi from Douglass Winthrop Advisors, who oversees their Sustainable Equity Strategy. Dan discussed how his team integrates climate and sustainability trends with economic fundamentals to identify public companies that they believe will outperform financially.Expenses $174,185
What it must file and when
IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | December 31, 2025 | May 15, 2026 | 990 on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 27-1436307
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (509(a)(2))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 2011
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Health care (E99)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $60,928
- Income (IRS master file)
- $256,081
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2025 | $256,081 | $271,067 | $60,928 | XML |
| 990 | December 2024 | $268,900 | $206,647 | $67,079 | XML |
| 990 | December 2023 | $151,830 | $180,868 | $4,508 | XML |
| 990-EZ | December 2022 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-N for 2021 Officer: Alan Caron | December 31, 2021 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2020 Officer: Alan Caron | December 31, 2020 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2019 Officer: Alan Caron | December 31, 2019 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2017 Officer: Alan Caron | December 31, 2017 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 27-1436307).
Questions about CLIMATEWORK MAINE
- What is the EIN of CLIMATEWORK MAINE?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of CLIMATEWORK MAINE is 27-1436307.
- Is CLIMATEWORK MAINE tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2011.
- Are donations to CLIMATEWORK MAINE tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does CLIMATEWORK MAINE file?
- Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
- When is the next return of CLIMATEWORK MAINE due?
- The return for tax year 2026 (the year ending December 31, 2026) is due May 17, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did CLIMATEWORK MAINE last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of CLIMATEWORK MAINE?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 names Jeff Marks.
- Who are the officers and directors of CLIMATEWORK MAINE?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 31 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $112,667 (Jeff Marks, Executive Director).
- How much revenue does CLIMATEWORK MAINE have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $256,081, expenses of $271,067 and total assets of $60,928 at year end.
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